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Francesco Guardi 1712-1793

Francesco Guardi 1712-1793

Simonson, George A.

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ArtistsAmerican Art - GeneralFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1162959665
ISBN13: 9781162959665
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 200
Weight: 1.02
Height: 0.42 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Francesco Guardi 1712-1793 is a book written by George A. Simonson that provides an in-depth look at the life and work of the Italian painter Francesco Guardi. Guardi was born in 1712 and lived until 1793, during which time he created some of the most iconic and influential works of the Venetian school of painting.The book begins with an overview of Guardi's life, including his upbringing, education, and early career. It then delves into his artistic style and techniques, exploring his use of light, color, and perspective to create vivid and dynamic scenes of Venetian life.Throughout the book, Simonson provides detailed analyses of many of Guardi's most famous works, including his views of Venice, his depictions of festivals and celebrations, and his portraits of prominent Venetian figures. He also discusses the historical and cultural context in which Guardi worked, highlighting the political and social upheavals that shaped his artistic vision.The book is richly illustrated with full-color reproductions of Guardi's paintings, as well as photographs of the places and people that inspired his work. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Venetian art, as well as for fans of Guardi's unique and captivating style.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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